Alliance for Systems Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE)

Mississippi State University (MSU) is seeking bids for seven complete small‑UAS (sUAS) bundles to support its Alliance for Systems Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE) program. Each bundle must include a NDAA‑compliant Soten UAS platform, a Taiten Smart Controller, four extra batteries, a multi‑charger, spare propellers, a transport case, and a FLIR Hadron 640R “SAMO” optical‑thermal payload, plus software support and a one‑year limited warranty. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bully Buy or by sealed physical envelope by 2:00 p.m. CST on 25 Feb 2026. The procurement is governed by Mississippi state purchasing statutes, the MSU General Bid Terms (May 2019), and an MSU Standard Contract Addendum. Trade‑in of six legacy units is optional for credit against purchase price.